Every year, millions of young Chinese leave their hometowns to chase dreams in mega cities like Beijing and Shanghai. No family, no home, just hard work and uncertainty. Why do they do it? And what is life really like as a "漂" (drifter)? Let’s dive into their world!

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Want to know what makes Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong unique? From fast-paced city life to delicious food and tech hubs, each city has its own charm. Join MaoMi Chinese+ to explore more! Join us on Tuesday 18th March!

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Studying for years with no breaks, no fun—just pure dedication. Sounds intense? In China, this mindset has shaped history! Why do people respect those who endure it? Let’s uncover the story behind it!

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From security guard to lawyer—Liu Zheng spent 10 years chasing his dream, failing five times before finally passing China’s toughest law exam. What kept him going? Tune in for his inspiring story!

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Studying for years with no breaks, no fun—just pure dedication. Sounds intense? In China, this mindset has shaped history! Why do people respect those who endure it? Let’s uncover the story behind it! Join us on Tuesday 11th March!

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The moon isn’t just in the sky—it’s hidden in Chinese words too! In this episode, we explore poetic and surprising ways 月 is used in daily life. Want to make your Chinese more natural and expressive? Join us for a deep dive into these beautiful phrases!

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Have you ever felt that life somewhere else must be better—more exciting, easier, or happier? Many people believe that what they don’t have is always better. But is that really true? Today, let’s explore why we often think this way and what’s behind it!

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The moon isn’t just in the sky—it’s hidden in Chinese words too! On Tuesday 4th March, we will explore poetic and surprising ways 月 is used in daily life. Want to make your Chinese more natural and expressive? Join us for a deep dive into these beautiful phrases!

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From Deep Sleep in Shanxi to Deep Gourmet in Guangdong, every region in China has its own unique habits! Want to know which one matches your lifestyle? Join me in this fun exploration of China’s “Deep Culture” on MaoMi Chinese+ today!

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Have you ever heard that sleeping with your belly button uncovered might make you sick? In China, parents and grandparents always remind kids to cover their belly button while sleeping—but why? Is it just an old superstition, or is there some truth behind it? In this episode, we’ll explore this adorable and uniquely Chinese habit, the cultural beliefs behind it, and what Traditional Chinese Medicine has to say. Get comfy (and maybe tuck yourself in!), and let’s dive in!

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From Deep Sleep in Shanxi to Deep Gourmet in Guangdong, every region in China has its own unique habits! Want to know which one matches your lifestyle? Join me in this fun exploration of China’s “Deep Culture” on MaoMi Chinese+ on 25th February!

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From Deep Sleep in Shanxi to Deep Gourmet in Guangdong, every region in China has its own unique habits! Want to know which one matches your lifestyle? Join me in this fun exploration of China’s “Deep Culture” on MaoMi Chinese+ today!

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He studied medicine for seven years, became a doctor, then gave it all up to chase his animation dream. Crazy? Maybe. But it led to Ne Zha, one of China’s biggest films. Let’s dive into Jiaozi’s story!

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In China, some people get married not for love, but for other reasons. This is called "Xínghūn" (formality marriage). In the past, many women were forced into such marriages and suffered greatly. Now, some LGBTQ+ individuals choose xínghūn to escape family pressure. Find out more on MaoMi Chinese+ on 18th February!

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Want to understand Chinese memes? In the episode of MaoMi Chinese+ we are going to released on Tuesday 11th February, we explore viral TV interviews like “你幸福吗？” and the funny misunderstandings behind them. Listen in to learn language and culture!

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